Dolores peony
Paeonia lactiflora 'Dolores'
APS Registry
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterNeeds moderate soil
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Notes
'Dolores' peony (Paeonia lactiflora 'Dolores') is a perennial for borders, perennial beds, and cut flower gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun, average moisture, and loamy soil. The double flowers are lilac-pink. They look good in a vase as well as in the garden.
Pairs well with Nodding onion, Christmas fern, and Indian Summer rudbeckia.